
Surf Forecasts:
Broad Cove surf forecast from 4 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 5 Aug, 9AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 8s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 4 Aug, 9PM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 9s period, SSW swell with 454 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 5 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 8s period with SSW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Broad Cove this week:
The surf forecast for Broad Cove over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Broad Cove in the next 16 days are 1.7m 9s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 9PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 4s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 06) at 6AM.
| Wave Type | Time (ADT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6AM (Wed 5th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 9AM (Wed 5th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 9PM (Tue 4th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Broad Cove over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright surfers, Rusty here. Let’s break down what Broad Cove is throwing at us over the next couple of weeks. Gotta be honest, it’s a slow burn, and we’ve got a fair bit of waiting to do before anything worth paddling for shows up.
The overall pattern is flat and quiet for the first ten days or so. We’re looking at a long stretch of small, weak swells with poor conditions. There’s a big gap here where the surf just isn’t worth it. From Tuesday the 4th of August, right through to the morning of Saturday the 15th of August, there’s no real recommendation. That’s a solid 11-day window of mostly tiny waves, cross-off or cross-on winds, and low energy. The water temperature at Broad Cove is sitting around 61°F, which is pretty much normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.
The first real standout comes on the morning of Sunday, the 16th of August. Broad Cove is a point break, and it’s fairly consistent. The swell will be coming from the SSW at 5ft, with a period of 9 seconds. That’s a moderate period, and the energy is solid (470). The wind is glassy – dead calm (0 mph) – so the surface will be clean as a whistle. This is a point break, so that longer period swell will wrap in nicely. It’s not too big for intermediate surfers, but it’s pushing into the territory where beginners might want to sit this one out. The optimum swell direction for Broad Cove is S, and we’ve got a SSW swell, so it’s hitting the break well. This is easily the best session on offer, but it’s over a week away, so keep an eye on it.
The afternoon of the same day sees a bump to 6ft from the S with a 9-second period, but the wind turns onshore from the SE, making it messy and marginal. The energy is strong (519), but the quality won’t be there for paddling. This one might be more for the kite crew.
The following morning, Monday, the 17th of August, has a smaller but clean window. 3ft from the S with a light offshore breeze from the N (6 mph). The energy is moderate (104), and the surf will be clean and rideable, but it’s a step down from the weekend’s peak. The crowd profile at Broad Cove is marked as "often," so expect some company on that Sunday glassy session.
To sum it up: the first week and a half is a write-off. The one true standout is the glassy Sunday morning on the 16th of August. The rest of the run is small, weak, or wind-affected. Don’t hold your breath for the early days.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 30°C on Wed afternoon, min 19°C on Tue night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the WSW on Tue afternoon, light winds from the W by Thu night). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 15mm), heaviest on Sat night. Warm (max 27°C on Fri afternoon, min 18°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Tue 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 8 | SSW 8 | SW 8 | SSW 7 | S 6 | SW 7 | S 7 | SW 7 | SSW 6 | E 9 | E 9 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | E 8 | E 8 | SW 7 | SSW 7 | SSW 4 | SW 7 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
280 | 330 | 238 | 74 | 16 | 14 | 24 | 22 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 12 | 12 | 75 | 26 | 23 | 124 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross | cross-off | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 1:20AM1.44m | 1:47PM1.63m | 2:18AM1.38m | 2:43PM1.62m | 3:24AM1.34m | 3:47PM1.63m | 4:37AM1.34m | 4:55PM1.66m | 5:49AM1.39m | 6:03PM1.72m | 6:54AM1.47m | 7:05PM1.78m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 7:17PM0.34m | 7:23AM0.35m | 8:14PM0.35m | 8:16AM0.41m | 9:18PM0.35m | 9:19AM0.45m | 10:27PM0.32m | 10:29AM0.45m | 11:37PM0.26m | 11:40AM0.42m | 00:41AM0.18m | 12:47PM0.36m | 1:38AM0.10m | |||||||
— | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:15 | — | — | |
8:37 | — | — | 8:37 | — | — | 8:36 | — | — | 8:34 | — | — | 8:32 | — | — | 8:31 | — | — | 8:30 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | — | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 27 | 22 | 28 | 30 | 24 | 28 | 30 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 23 | 25 | 22 | 19 | 23 | 24 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 18 |
Feels °C | 23 | 19 | 25 | 26 | 23 | 27 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 26 | 27 | 23 | 20 | 26 | 27 | 24 | 21 | 21 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 10 | SSW 8 | SSW 8 | E 9 | S 6 | SSW 6 | S 7 | SW 7 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | S 4 | E 8 | SSW 6 | E 8 | E 8 | SSW 6 |
7 | 176 | 77 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 24 | 22 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 22 | 11 | 12 | 28 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | E 9 | E 9 | SE 8 | SW 7 | SW 7 | E 9 | S 6 | E 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | SSW 6 | SE 9 | E 8 | SE 9 | SSE 10 | E 8 |
— | 7 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 14 | 6 | 11 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 10 | 3 | 9 | 10 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SE 8 | SE 8 | — | E 9 | E 9 | SSE 8 | E 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SSE 8 | SE 8 | E 9 | E 8 | — | SE 9 | SE 10 | — | SE 10 |
— | 3 | 3 | — | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 12 | — | 3 | 4 | — | 4 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 8 | SSW 8 | SW 8 | SSW 7 | — | SW 4 | SW 3 | — | — | — | — | — | S 2 | S 3 | S 4 | SSW 4 | SW 7 | SSW 7 | SSW 4 | SW 7 |
280 | 330 | 238 | 74 | — | 3 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 75 | 26 | 23 | 124 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 501 | 501 | 0 | 1313 | 97 | 105 | 1315 | 27 | 99 | 1065 | 647 | 887 | 887 | 647 | 27 | 99 | 0 | 105 | 672 | 27 |
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Information about the Broad Cove Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Broad Cove provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Broad Cove can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Broad Cove surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Broad Cove) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Broad Cove may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
Are you planning a holiday in Nova Scotia? If you are looking for accommodation near Broad Cove, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Nova Scotia, consider staying in Liverpool which is 23 km (14 miles) away. Other places in and around Nova Scotia where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Bridgewater which is 25 km (16 miles) away, Lunenburg, Shelburne and Halifax.











